Here are a few random things I thought were worth sharing:

I see 2010 as the year social media becomes an official standard form of communication.  In 2009 it was still considered cutting edge or a stupid waste of time.

Social media will not be standard for everyone, but it will become a standard in professional marketing plans.  Still, it will take a couple years before online social communication becomes mandatory for business.  Just like the conversion from film to digital, it will be here before you know it.

I will be stepping up my speaking next year.  I’m looking at West Palm Beach for a seminar in February.  I will begin sharing more details next week.

If you are looking for a way to sell tickets to an event online, you might want to try http://www.eventbrite.com/. If you know of some other quality options feel free to sharing in the comments.

Judy Hermann wrote a great post for the ASMP Strictly Business blog asking: How many clients do you need? Her thoughts fit very well in the social media model.  Step away from mass media and focus on people and build quality relationships.

Next year more of my photography focus will be on multi-media and unique photography styles, with an emphasis on Adobe Photoshop techniques. Custom photography for Web sites is still working well, but I need to expand my focus if I’m going to grow my visual business in my market and beyond.

I’ve selected a few non-profit groups to create multi-media portfolio material.  This is a great way to professionally grow your portfolio and support your local community.  Notice I said I’ve selected.  This topic will make a good post for next week.

I think I’m ready to announce some New Media Photographer award winners in the coming weeks. It’s been about six months since I last handed out awards.

Rosh